1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 245 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
