1988 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Stagea |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |