1992 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Sunny |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |