1983 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 111 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
