1974 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 580 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | CX | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
