1974 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | CX | Vitara |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |