1987 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 140 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| 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 | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
