1984 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 27 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 2011 Infiniti FX 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. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | BX | FX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
