1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | CX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
