1987 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 45 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Solara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1395 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 |