1978 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 16 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
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, 1978 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Colt |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
