1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 265 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.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 406 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
