1986 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 550 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 2007 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Altima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
