1988 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
