1974 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Corona |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |