1992 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 292 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 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
