1984 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 26 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 81 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 33 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
