1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 83 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cavalier | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
