1979 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 55 kg more than 2002 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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |