1991 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1999 Nissan Primera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Primera weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Primera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
