1978 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 7 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 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
