1979 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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, 2002 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Toyota Celica.
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, 2002 Toyota Celica (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Celica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |