1974 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 18 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
