1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 941 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
