1974 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 26 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
