1976 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 318 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Vento |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |