1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 172 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1988 Citroen BX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | BX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |