1986 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1986 Citroen BX and 1986 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Escort |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1115 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 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 | 990 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |