1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
