1990 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saturn SC weights approximately 145 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 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | BX | SC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
