1980 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 820 kg more than 1980 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | CX | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
