1991 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
