1975 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 627 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
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, both vehicles can yield 178 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
