1974 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 395 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 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Pickup |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |