1988 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. Both 1988 Citroen BX and 1984 Citroen BX are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 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 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | BX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
