1974 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Touran |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
