1987 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 223 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. 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 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
