1984 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
Because 1970 Opel Rekord 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 1970 Opel Rekord. 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
