1979 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Pintara |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |