1988 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 36 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.
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, 1997 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1997 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Sentra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |