1985 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 405 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
