1976 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 604 is newer by 10 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 604 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 1986 Peugeot 604. 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, 1986 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1986 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 604 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
