1984 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 675 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Ranchero 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 1968 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 110.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
