1986 Citroen Bx vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 19 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 794 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 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Bx | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
