2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 25 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 629 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Astro | CX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
