1987 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Breeze 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 277 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | BX | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
