1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 34 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 142 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
