1987 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 10 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 312 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Joice |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |