1989 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 8 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 602 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
