1986 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Tata Estate
To start off, 1999 Tata Estate 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 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (71 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Estate weights approximately 710 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1999 Tata Estate 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 1999 Tata Estate. 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, 1999 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1999 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | BX | Estate |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
