1974 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 395 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |