1987 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 22 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 314 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, 2009 Hyundai Coupe (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2009 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | BX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
