1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 36 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | CX | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
