1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 215 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 Terrano II 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 Terrano II 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 Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
