1990 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | BX | 323 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |