1990 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 311 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. 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 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
