1982 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen CX weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen CX | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Sunny |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |