1985 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
