1976 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1997 Eagle Talon is newer by 21 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, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 56 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1997 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | CX | Talon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| 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 | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
