1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 19 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 495 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 1998 Infiniti Q45 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 1998 Infiniti Q45. 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, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | CX | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
