1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 94 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 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice. 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 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | CX | Solstice |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |