1984 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
