1979 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 14 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 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |