1977 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Dodge Omni
To start off, both 1977 Citroen CX and 1977 Dodge Omni were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen CX weights approximately 269 kg more than 1977 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Citroen CX | 1977 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | CX | Omni |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1716 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |