1975 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 18 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 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
