1974 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 31 kg more than 1989 Peugeot Oxia.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
