1975 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | CX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3100 mm |
