1984 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 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 10 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Charade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
