1974 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 27 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 (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Condor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
