1986 Citroen BX vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 285 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 1998 De Tomaso Guara 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 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | BX | Guara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
