1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | CX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
