1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 33 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 900 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
