1974 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 46 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1985 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
