1985 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 23 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, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Hilux |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |