1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | CX | Liberty |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3778 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 | 166 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |