1985 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
