1985 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | BX | Corsa |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |