1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander 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 Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | CX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
