1974 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 15 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, 1989 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | CX | Talon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
