1976 Citroen CX vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1978 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | CX | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
