1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 2 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
