1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 260 kg more than 1996 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Carina |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |