1987 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 264 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2011 Toyota Hilux. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
