1976 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | CX | L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
