1974 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
