1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 808 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 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | Commander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
