1984 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 710 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
