1985 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
