1978 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1989 Toyota Supra 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Supra 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 1989 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1989 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Supra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |