1988 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |