1987 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 3 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 184 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1984 Citroen BX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | AX | BX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |