1975 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 20 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 205 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.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1975 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1975 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
