1979 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 15 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 340 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 1994 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 1994 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
