1988 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | CX | tC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
