1990 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1972 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1972 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Escort |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |