1985 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Esteem is newer by 11 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Esteem weights approximately 100 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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Esteem will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Esteem |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
