1988 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 7 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 114 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
