1988 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2003 Skoda Superb is newer by 15 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Superb (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 510 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, 2003 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | Superb |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
