1976 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 19 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, 1995 Saturn SL (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | CX | SL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
