1976 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 605 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |