1990 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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. Both 1990 Citroen BX and 2004 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
