1987 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 807 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 807 (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 757 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 Peugeot 807 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2003 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 807 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
