1979 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown 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 Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Crown |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |