1974 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 13 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 (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo. 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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | CX | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
