1974 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 28 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (176 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 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. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
