1976 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Tercel has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Tercel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
