1990 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 22 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 523 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Touran |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
