1976 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
