1986 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
