1983 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 245 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |