1982 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 675 kg more than 1982 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
