1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 107 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.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
