1978 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2000 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 22 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 305 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
