1976 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corona is newer by 3 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 (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 426 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corona 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 1979 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona. 1979 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
