1984 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1895 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 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 2012 Nissan Patrol 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. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
