1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 915 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Titan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |
