1975 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 349 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.
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 Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Previa |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |