1986 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 3 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 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 98 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 (294 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 116 L |
