1974 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 1035 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 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
