1983 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 17 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), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 350 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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
