1990 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 7 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 230 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 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |