1974 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 590 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny. 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Sunny |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |