1988 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 425 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, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2000 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | BX | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
