1983 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 24 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 98 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Primera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
