1988 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 13 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Previa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2900 mm |
