1991 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX.
Because 1979 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1979 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 94 L |
