1976 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 535 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, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | CX | T700 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
