1979 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 25 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 600 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 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Murano |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
