1976 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 25 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, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Condor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
