1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 606 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | CR-V |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |