1983 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | BX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
