1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | CX | Jimny |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |