1990 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 9 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 743 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |