1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy 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. Both 1979 Citroen CX and 1995 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |