1989 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 16 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 320 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, 2005 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
