2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
