1977 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen CX (106 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Citroen CX.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 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, 1977 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen CX | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 405 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
