1979 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 731 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 2011 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
