1984 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 14 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, 1998 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | BX | Justy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |