1989 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen BX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
