1987 Buick Regal vs. 1991 Citroen BX
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1991 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | BX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
