1987 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 160 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, 1983 Ford Escort (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1983 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
