1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 496 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Skyline |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |