1974 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Celica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |