1978 Citroen CX vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 80 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 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | CX | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
