1985 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 27 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 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 78 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 9 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cube |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
