1978 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 1978 Citroen CX and 1978 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Jetta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1978 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
