1987 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 457 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
