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 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 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 340 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 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 | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
