1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
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 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
