1976 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 30 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Element |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
