1987 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 16 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 580 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
