1984 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 425 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 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | BX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |