1986 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 476 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
