1988 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 849 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 2007 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | C8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
