1990 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 380 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | BX | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |