1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | CX | Defender |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |