1988 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 15 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), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Condor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
