1979 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
