1976 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
