1987 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 381 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
