1988 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 112 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Taunus 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 1970 Ford Taunus. 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 (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
