1987 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 216 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
