1989 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1991 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 755 kg more than 1991 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1991 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
