1990 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 21 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 (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 630 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 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2011 Nissan NP300. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | NP300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |