1974 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 290 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 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |