1983 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 21 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 884 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
