1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1999 Opel Tigra 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Tigra weights approximately 125 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 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
