1987 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Lada 111
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 111 weights approximately 115 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, 2001 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2001 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | BX | 111 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
