1987 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 157 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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | 45 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
