2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1977 Citroen CX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 7 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 1977 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Vivant | CX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
