1990 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 18 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 48 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Tiida |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |