1988 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 64 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Escort |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |