1976 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2001 Proton Juara is newer by 25 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 45 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara. 2001 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | CX | Juara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
