1983 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | CX | Freelander |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |