1983 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 11 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1994 Donkervoort D8 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 1994 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | BX | D8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
