1974 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | CX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
