1985 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 14 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), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 20 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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
