1985 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1986 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |