1988 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 128 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 (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1994 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
