1976 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 370 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
