1976 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 71 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
