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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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 Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
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 | 1579 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |