1988 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 367 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
