1976 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
