1979 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | CX | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |