1984 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1988 Nissan Vanette is newer by 4 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 52 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 1988 Nissan Vanette 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 1988 Nissan Vanette. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2080 mm |
