1987 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 12 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
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 Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Solara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |