1988 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 238 kg more than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1991 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
