1975 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 55 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 806 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
