1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux 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 Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
