1983 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 15 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 280 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, 1998 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Astra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
