1988 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 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), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 495 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 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
