1988 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 138 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, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | BX | 900 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
