1984 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 510 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | BX | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |