1983 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 149 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Condor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1459 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
