1991 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX.
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, 1984 Ford Orion (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Orion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
