1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1000 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |