1990 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1995 Nissan Crew is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Crew weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1995 Nissan Crew 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 1995 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1995 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1995 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Crew |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |