1987 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Yaris |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |