1983 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 560 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | C5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
