1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 935 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
