1974 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 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 (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Toyota Camry. 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
