1987 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1987 Citroen BX and 1987 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 5 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 54 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 1987 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | BX | 323 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |