1985 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 353 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | BX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |