1984 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 535 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 Mazda RX-8 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 2009 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
