1984 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 25 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 367 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 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 162 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 | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
