1974 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Toyota Century is newer by 19 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 350 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 1993 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1993 Toyota Century | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Century |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |