1986 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 is newer by 21 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2007 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
