1985 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 22 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3090 mm |
