1985 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 357 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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | BX | ILX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
