1978 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 26 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 833 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
