1978 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 31 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 946 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |