1975 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 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, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 93 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica.
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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
