1976 Citroen CX vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 13 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | CX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |
