1986 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 455 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.
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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
