1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 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, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Carina |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |