1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
