1998 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Citroen BX
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX.
Because 1998 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1991 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | NSX | BX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
