1987 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 289 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, 2008 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| 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 | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
