1988 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 22 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 267 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
