1984 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 16 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 340 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 2000 Kia Clarus has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
