1984 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 19 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 820 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 2003 Lincoln LS 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 2003 Lincoln LS. 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | BX | LS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
