1982 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 196 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
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, 1982 Citroen BX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser. 1984 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Laser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
