1974 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX

To start off, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 14 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.

Because 1988 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Citroen CX 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
Make Citroen Nissan
Model CX 300 ZX
Year Released 1974 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 95 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2530 mm


 

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