1985 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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 (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | RunX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
