1988 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Ford Probe
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 168 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1996 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Probe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
