1988 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 9 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 36 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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1997 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Applause |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
