1978 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Because 1984 Holden Commodore 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 1984 Holden Commodore. 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore. 1984 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | CX | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
