1988 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 319 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 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
