1978 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 446 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.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |