1974 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
