1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 894 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 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |