1988 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Subaru DL
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 74 kg more than 1982 Subaru DL.
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 (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1982 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | DL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
