1979 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 465 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 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 1992 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | XJS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |