1986 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 219 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
