1976 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1994 Eagle Talon is newer by 18 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, 1994 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 246 kg more than 1994 Eagle Talon.
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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1994 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | CX | Talon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |
