1974 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry.
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 (161 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
