1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 448 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
