1990 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
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, 2004 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2004 Opel Corsa 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. 2004 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
