1984 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1985 Citroen BX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | BX | BX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |