1974 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 21 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 236 kg more than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | CX | X90 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |