1984 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
