1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Citroen Bx is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Bx weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bx | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
