1979 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 20 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 319 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 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
