1989 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 22 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), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 217 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Altima |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
