1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 13 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
