1985 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | 1400 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |