1974 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 164 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |