1990 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | BX | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
