1987 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 15 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Toyota Camry.
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, 2002 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Camry |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |