1974 Citroen SM vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Toyota Cressida is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 127 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM.
Because 1989 Toyota Cressida 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 1989 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM, 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, 1974 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | SM | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
