1980 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.

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, 2006 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Citroen CX 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Citroen Toyota
Model CX Camry
Year Released 1980 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 175 km/hour 197 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L