1974 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 8 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 (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
