1987 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 232 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | CX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2345 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
