1987 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 20 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 304 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
