1979 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1992 Tata Estate 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 405 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 1992 Tata Estate 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 Tata Estate. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1992 Tata Estate | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | CX | Estate |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |