2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 21 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 310 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, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Concorde | CX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
