1986 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-3 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 1,845 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 273 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 Mazda MX-3 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1994 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
