1985 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1975 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
