1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 34 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 441 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Venza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
