1990 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 281 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |