1990 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 8 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1998 Ford Laser (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Laser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |