1994 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX.
Because 1994 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | NSX | CX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3100 mm |
