1978 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
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, 2008 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Celica |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 172 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 - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |