1989 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
