1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 452 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | BX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
