1980 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
