1988 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 7 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 377 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
