1984 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1100 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | CR-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |