1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 16 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, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. 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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Vanette |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2080 mm |