1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1188 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | CX | Defender |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |