1978 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 74 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |