1983 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Falcon 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 1984 Ford Falcon. 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1984 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
