1990 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 1994 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
