2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 406 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | CX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
