1991 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 18 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 686 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
