1986 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 20 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1134 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Navara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |