1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Previa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
