1978 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 31 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 314 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
