1989 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen BX | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Silvia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |