1983 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 30 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | CX | M |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
