1988 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 127 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
