1988 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 52 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Silvia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |