1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |