1986 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 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 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda RX-7 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 1990 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
