1976 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
