1988 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 46 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 625 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
