1974 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate is newer by 19 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, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 1993 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1993 Tata Estate | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | CX | Estate |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |