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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
