1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 28 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 630 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |