1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
