1992 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
