1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 75 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
