1987 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | BX | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
