1984 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 419 kg more than 1983 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | BX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
