1979 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, both 1979 Citroen CX and 1979 Nissan Violet were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Violet |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |