2001 Acura RL vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | CX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 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 | 1675 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
