1988 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 273 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
