1985 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |