1978 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 21 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 100 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Bora |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |