1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 22 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 201 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
