1978 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 5 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
