1989 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 1989 Citroen CX and 1989 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 605 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 1989 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Micra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |