1985 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 639 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
