1987 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | SP |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
