1990 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 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, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | BX | Familia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |