1986 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 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 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
