1976 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 599 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2980 mm |
