1978 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 15 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 254 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 1993 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 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Supra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
