1988 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | CX | Serie II |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 177 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |