1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1338 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | CX | Freelander |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |