1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Windom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Windom (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Windom should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Windom weights approximately 10 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Windom (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Windom 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 Windom | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Windom |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |