1978 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
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, both vehicles can yield 149 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
