1976 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
