1979 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | 240 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |