1978 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 27 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
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 (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Liana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
