1985 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Santana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
