1988 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 578 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 1993 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1993 Tata Estate | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | BX | Estate |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |