1975 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
