1988 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 14 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 (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 421 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Primera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
