1989 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX.
Because 1966 Toyota Crown 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 1966 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
