1978 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 27 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Primera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
