1983 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 193 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |