1991 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | BX | Corrado |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |