1979 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |