1984 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 5 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), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 202 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
