1978 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 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. Both 1978 Citroen CX and 1990 Citroen Rally Raid are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | CX | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |