1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 434 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.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | CX | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
