1975 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 35 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1062 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | T5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
