1990 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda CRX. 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) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | CRX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
