1984 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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. Both 1984 Citroen CX and 2010 Nissan Sentra are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 26 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Sentra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |