1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 505 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | CX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
