1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 270 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 2011 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
