1974 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 302 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
