1985 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2002 Proton Saloon is newer by 17 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, 2002 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Proton Saloon.
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 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2002 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | BX | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
