1986 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
