1989 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1480 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 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
