1976 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 32 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
