1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
