1974 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 20 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 232 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 1994 Jaguar XJR 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 1994 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | XJR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
