1989 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1989 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
