1983 Citroen BX vs. 1981 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Taunus weights approximately 121 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 1981 Ford Taunus 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 1981 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Citroen BX (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1981 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
