1984 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 930 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Quest |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
