1976 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 335 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
