1987 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Horizon 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 14 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 15 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1984 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | BX | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
