1985 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 27 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. Both 1985 Citroen CX and 2012 Scion tC are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | CX | tC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
