1984 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 23 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (152 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 760 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 807 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
