1984 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | CX | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2878 mm |