1976 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 455 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 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3270 mm |
