1976 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 26 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 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 5 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Caldina |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |