1985 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 672 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.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
