1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Bx weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | Bx | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
