1974 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 34 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 129 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Primera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
