1988 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 333 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.
Because 1996 Ford Ranger 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 1996 Ford Ranger. 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Ranger |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |