1974 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1065 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | CX | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |