1989 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 246 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
