1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 916 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |