1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
