1986 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
