2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1984 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Prizm | CX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |