1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1995 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Because 1995 Holden Commodore 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 1995 Holden Commodore. 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 1995 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | CX | Commodore |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |