1974 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 23 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |