1991 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 15 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, 1991 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
