1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 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 34 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 481 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. 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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
