1983 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
