1976 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1977 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | CX | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
