1984 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 599 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, 2013 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
