1984 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Yaris |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 155 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 | 1409 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |