1992 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 8 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. Both 1992 Citroen BX and 2000 Proton Perdana are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 205 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | BX | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
