1987 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
