1976 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 37 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 782 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Citroen CX 2013 Honda Ridgeline
Make Citroen Honda
Model CX Ridgeline
Year Released 1976 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 2047 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5255 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1786 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 83 L