1986 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa 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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Versa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
