1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
