1983 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 51 kg more than 1983 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, 1982 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
