1985 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
