2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3100 mm |
