1988 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 372 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Previa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
