1986 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
