1985 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 676 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 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Touran |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
