1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 183 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.
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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
