1984 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 25 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 111 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |