1985 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 136 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
