1984 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 8 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1992 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
