1989 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen BX weights approximately 54 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Because 1978 Nissan Violet 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 1978 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1978 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Violet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
