1986 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 440 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
