1987 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 520 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
