1987 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Prelude |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |