1990 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
