1978 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
