1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 910 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
