1974 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 34 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | CX | LR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |