1974 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 11 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | CX | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |