1984 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 255 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 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | BX | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
