1974 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
