1985 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
