1991 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 22 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 752 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX. 2013 Infiniti IPL has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Citroen BX | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | BX | IPL |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |