1983 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
