1988 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 648 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 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Citroen BX 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model BX Legacy
Year Released 1988 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2750 mm