1990 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1989 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | BX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
