1988 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 24 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |