1985 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 432 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
