1984 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 20 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 (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 216 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |