1986 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 15 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | RunX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
