1976 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate is newer by 17 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1993 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1993 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | CX | Estate |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
