1986 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 965 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
