1978 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX. 1994 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | CX | J30 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
