1984 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1985 Nissan Silvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Silvia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |