1976 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 24 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 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 266 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Neon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
