1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Suzuki LJ 20 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 20 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki LJ 20 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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
