1975 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1194 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | CX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2891 mm |
