1986 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Partner is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 290 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, 1999 Peugeot Partner (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1999 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | Partner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
