1984 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 21 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 974 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Armada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
