1986 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
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 Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Note |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 46 L |