1988 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 21 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. Both 1988 Citroen BX and 2009 Citroen C4 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 362 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | C4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
