1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
