1978 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager 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. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 205 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
