1992 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra 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 1989 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
