1978 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 385 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 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | CX | Frontera |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |