1974 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 595 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | CX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
