1975 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1986 Toyota Supra is newer by 11 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 167 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Supra 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 1986 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Supra |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |