1988 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 21 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 380 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 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
