1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 30 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 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | CX | 900i |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
