1988 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
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 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. 1979 Vauxhall Astra has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Vauxhall Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | BX | Astra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
