1990 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 15 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 2005 Opel Speedster are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Speedster. 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
