1990 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 285 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, 1999 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
