1984 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 136 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | BX | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |