1983 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Lada 2105
To start off, both 1983 Citroen BX and 1983 Lada 2105 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada 2105 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 1983 Lada 2105 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 1983 Lada 2105. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1983 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | BX | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
