1986 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1984 Citroen BX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | CX | BX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |