1984 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 694 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 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
