1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 20 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 585 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
