1980 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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. Both 1980 Citroen CX and 2007 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
