1976 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 22 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 205 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 324 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 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
