1985 Citroen BX vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
