1989 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX.
Because 1969 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
