1988 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1993 Eagle Summit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Eagle Summit weights approximately 163 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 (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1993 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | BX | Summit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
