1983 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 71 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen BX (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1984 Skoda L | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | BX | L |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |