1975 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 34 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 393 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.
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, 2009 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
