1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 29 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 301 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
