1987 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Carina 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 1973 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
