1975 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 19 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 207 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | CX | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |