1979 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |