1992 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
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, 1983 Nissan Prairie (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
