1990 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | BX | Samara |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |