1984 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 265 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort 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 Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
