1974 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Previa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
