1984 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 23 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 713 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Navara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
