1979 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |