1976 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 27 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 90 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Solara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
