1988 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1988 Citroen BX and 1988 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | BX | Kadett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |