1985 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 170 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 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | BX | Bora |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |