1984 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 860 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
