1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 10 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Citroen Bx.
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, 1986 Citroen Bx (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Bx | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
