1976 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2003 Toyota Will 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Will (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Will weights approximately 155 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 2003 Toyota Will 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, 2003 Toyota Will 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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will. 2003 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2003 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Will |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
