1985 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 23 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 544 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.
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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Stream |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
