1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 474 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 2012 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | CX | Liberty |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1836 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |