1974 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 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 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 605 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
