1988 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | CX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
