1976 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3000 mm |
