2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | CX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
