1985 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 95 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
