1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | CR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |