1988 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 73 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |