1979 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 26 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 101 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (176 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
