1976 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 489 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
