1976 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 22 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 775 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | CX | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
