1986 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 19 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 853 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | C8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
