1983 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1290 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | CX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
