1976 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | CX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
