1974 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |