1978 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600.
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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | 600 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
