1992 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 159 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.
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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
