1974 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 1981 Toyota Century is newer by 7 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 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Century (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Century weights approximately 285 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Century 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 1981 Toyota Century. 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, 1981 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1981 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1981 Toyota Century | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Century |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |