1986 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
