1983 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 28 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX. 2011 Land Rover LR3 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. 2011 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | CX | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
