1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 31 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.

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, 2007 Toyota Camry (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Toyota Camry
Make Citroen Toyota
Model CX Camry
Year Released 1976 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L