1985 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
