2007 Acura TSX vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX.
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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TSX | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
