1976 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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 13 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 311 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Celica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |