1989 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort 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 2 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen BX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
