1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3240 mm |