1986 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 14 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 165 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.
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, 2000 Rover 45 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 2000 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | 45 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
