1992 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 454 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 2008 Honda S2000 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 2008 Honda S2000. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
