1986 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 26 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 378 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cube |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
