1976 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 245 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.
Because 1994 Subaru SVX 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, 1994 Subaru SVX 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, 1994 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | SVX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
