1974 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 25 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, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | CX | Vitara |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |