1975 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 33 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 104 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | CX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
