1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 90 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma
Make Citroen Toyota
Model CX Tacoma
Year Released 1976 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 2701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 79 L