1979 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 12 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |