1974 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 405 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 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
