1984 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | BX | Corsa |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |