1974 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 24 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, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 291 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | CX | EL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
