1979 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 27 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 258 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
