1985 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |