1989 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 15 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1110 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.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen BX | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | BX | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |