1979 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 93 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
