1979 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
