1984 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 34 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
Because 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | BX | Maepsy-Na |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
