1984 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
