1987 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 970 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Explorer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |