1974 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
