1986 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen CX 2008 Nissan Patrol
Make Citroen Nissan
Model CX Patrol
Year Released 1986 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 159 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.5 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 2280 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.2 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 95 L


 

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