1983 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 22 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1282 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Titan (514 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Titan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 2181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3560 mm |
