1985 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 605 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 605 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 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, 1991 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1991 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 605 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
