1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Lexus ES
To start off, 1998 Lexus ES 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus ES 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, 1998 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | CX | ES |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
