1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 31 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 105 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 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
