1990 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 131 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Primera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
