1990 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 505 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 17 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Peugeot 505. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 505 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
