1987 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 5 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 235 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
