1992 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
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, 1992 Citroen BX (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | BX | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
