1979 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 176 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 306 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 306 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
