1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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. Both 1974 Citroen CX and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 94 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
